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About this launch
The GATV (Gemini Agena Target Vehicle) was designed to be launched into Earth orbit prior to a Gemini mission and used for rendezvous and docking practice.
More about this launch
Flight profileThe climb, seen from the side · 3D replay on the globe
Launch window and padCape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
- Site
- Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
Rocket and boosterAtlas SLV-3 Agena D
- Vehicle
- Atlas SLV-3 Agena D
Atlas SLV-3 Agena D: specs, record and next flights → US Air Force: all its launches →
MissionTest Target · LEO
Test Target · LEO
What it put in orbit1 catalogued object
| Object | Type | Orbit | Globe |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGENA TARGET 1966-080A | Payload | re-entered 1966-12-30 |
COSPAR ID 1966-080. Orbits from the CelesTrak satellite catalogue (perigee × apogee, inclination).
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